00:00What Al-Qaeda does is they don't ever forget and that's what sucks about now
00:03And I don't want to be right, but I am there they we have the clocks
00:06But they have the time and just because we're done with Al-Qaeda doesn't mean they're done with us
00:09Rob O'Neill is a former US Navy SEAL known for claiming to have fired the shot that killed Osama bin Laden during the
00:182011 raid on his compound he joined the Navy in
00:221996 and became a member of the elite SEAL Team 6
00:27Participating in over 400 missions his military service earned him numerous accolades
00:32Including two silver stars and four bronze stars with valor after retiring from the Navy
00:37He became a public speaker sharing insights on leadership and resilience
00:42He authored the memoir The Operator detailing his military experiences
00:46O'Neill also worked as a contributor and occasional host on Fox News where he provided
00:52Analysis on military and security issues yet. Now. We no longer see him on Fox News. So what happened a
01:00Life of valor soon after enlisting in the Navy O'Neill quickly began proving himself as a capable and resilient
01:07Servicemen he advanced to become a member of SEAL Team 6 also known as the Naval Special Warfare
01:14Development Group one of the most elite and secretive special operations units in the US military
01:20This unit is renowned for carrying out high-risk missions often in hostile environments throughout his career
01:26He was involved in a number of high-profile operations including rescue missions
01:32Counterterrorism efforts and direct action raids among these were the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips from Somali pirates in
01:392009 and the rescue of American hostage Jessica Buchanan from Somali kidnappers in
01:452012 O'Neill's most notable mission came in May 2011 during Operation
01:50Neptune spear the covert raid on Osama bin Laden's compound in Abbottabad
01:55Pakistan as a member of the SEAL team tasked with this mission
01:59O'Neill was part of a highly trained unit that entered the compound with the goal of capturing or killing the al-qaeda leader
02:06According to O'Neill he was the SEAL who fired the fatal shot that dispatched bin Laden a claim that catapulted him into the national
02:14Spotlight and became a point of significant public interest the raid itself was a landmark operation
02:21Conducted under the utmost secrecy and precision it represented a culmination of years of intelligence gathering and planning
02:28Aiming to bring justice to the victims of the September 11th attacks and to disrupt al-qaeda's leadership
02:34O'Neill's claim to have killed bin Laden was controversial while it brought him widespread recognition
02:39It also sparked debate within the special operations community
02:44Traditionally SEALs maintain a code of silence
02:47Regarding their missions and roles some of his peers
02:50Criticized him for breaking this code by speaking publicly about the details of the operation and his role in it
02:56Despite the controversy O'Neill has consistently stood by his account and his involvement in the raid has been a significant aspect of his
03:05Post-military identity after retiring from the Navy
03:08He transitioned to a career as a public speaker and author
03:11Sharing his experiences and lessons learned from his time in the SEALs his memoir
03:16Offers a detailed account of his career and provides insight into the mindset and skills required for special operations
03:23O'Neill has also been a media contributor
03:26Particularly with Fox News where he provides analysis on military and national security issues
03:32His perspectives are shaped by his first-hand experiences in some of the most critical missions of the past two decades
03:39His military career is marked by numerous awards and honors reflecting his bravery and dedication
03:45His awards highlight his consistent performance in high-pressure situations and his commitment to his missions and his fellow SEALs
03:54Hello Fox, bye-bye Fox, even when you look at California congressmen and senators
04:00They won't even mention China because they're on the payroll
04:03after retiring from the Navy Rob O'Neill
04:06Transitioned into a prominent career in media and public speaking becoming a well-known figure in both the veteran community and mainstream media
04:15Naturally his claim to have fired the shot that killed Osama bin Laden during the 2011 raid brought him
04:22Significant attention and opened up opportunities for him to share his experiences and insights on a larger platform
04:29O'Neill's post-military career began with a focus on public speaking and writing
04:34His memoir became a best-seller and remains popular to this day his storytelling and first-hand accounts of military
04:42operations resonated with many
04:44Solidifying his reputation as an authority on special operations and military strategy
04:49He was lauded for his candid nature often speaking at a fast pace and going into almost every detail
04:56Imaginable this frankness has often shocked many audiences and irked a few folks here and there
05:02But it's his bluntness that many felt was needed after so long since becoming more well-known in the public eye
05:08He continues to write and has also been a frequent guest on talk shows and podcasts alike
05:13He has become a sought-after speaker traveling across the US to share his experiences and the lessons
05:19He learned from his time in the military
05:21His talks often focus on themes of leadership teamwork and perseverance
05:26Drawing on his experiences in high-pressure situations. He also provides motivational insights
05:33Encouraging audiences to overcome challenges and strive for excellence
05:37O'Neill's media presence expanded when he joined Fox News as a contributor on Fox
05:42He provided analysis and commentary on military and national security issues
05:47Leveraging his extensive background and first-hand experience in the field O'Neill's insights were valued for their depth and authenticity
05:55But his relationship with Fox News became increasingly strained over time
06:00Despite the platform it provided him O'Neill grew disillusioned with the network
06:04He expressed concerns that Fox News prioritized profits over
06:09Journalistic integrity and national interests O'Neill felt the network often presented a skewed version of events
06:16Prioritizing sensationalism and ratings over accurate and comprehensive reporting
06:21This sentiment was echoed in his criticism of Fox News's editorial practices where he argued that the network sometimes
06:28sacrificed truth and
06:30Objectivity for financial gain and ideological alignments in his public statements and social media posts
06:36He didn't shy away from voicing his dissatisfaction with Fox News
06:41He criticized the network for not fully committing to truthful reporting and accused it of catering to a specific audience
06:47Rather than providing balanced news coverage his disillusionment with Fox News
06:53Culminated in him recommending viewers seek out alternative news sources such as Newsmax
06:58Which he believed offered a more genuine and less profit-driven perspective
07:02this endorsement was significant as it underscored the growing frustration with Fox News and his desire for
07:08Viewers to access a broader range of viewpoints O'Neill's critique of Fox News and his shift towards promoting
07:15alternative media outlets
07:17Highlight his commitment to honesty and transparency
07:20Despite the benefits and visibility he gained from his association with Fox News his willingness to speak out against the network
07:28demonstrated his
07:29prioritization of principles over personal or financial gain
07:33Rob O'Neill's post Navy career has been marked by his transition from a decorated
07:38Serviceman to a public figure media contributor an outspoken critic of the media landscape his work with Fox News brought him
07:45significant popularity and influence
07:47but his eventual disillusionment with the network's practices led him to advocate for more honest and
07:53Transparent news sources while Fox gets criticism from people with opposing views
07:58It doesn't usually get criticism from a conservative let alone one who worked for the network
08:03O'Neill's quitting Fox News shows Americans need to be critical and skeptical of all networks now
08:09It's time to hear from you
08:10Do you think that after leaving a major network like Fox Rob O'Neill will have difficulty getting his voice out there?
08:16Let us know in the comments section below
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